MEAC Call for Public Comment

CALL FOR COMMENTS The following is a list of institutions and programs currently undergoing the accreditation review process. » Bastyr University Department of Midwifery (BUDM), Kenmore, WA » Birth Institute (BIN), CO   formerly Midwife International (Sarah Kraft) » Birthwise Midwifery School (BMS), Bridgton, ME » Maternidad La Luz (MLL), El Paso, TX » Mercy…

HUMAN RIGHTS VIOLATONS TO CONTINUE | MEAC’s decision-making on out-of-country clinical sites

HUMAN RIGHTS VIOLATONS TO CONTINUE | MEAC’s decision-making on out-of-country clinical sites experiences further delays “It is clear from the evidence presented by the workgroup that, due to language and cultural barriers, disparities of power, wealth, and privilege, and the difficulties of obtaining informed consent when students are practicing upon a vulnerable or disadvantaged population, many out-of-country clinical…

US MERA Summary Report | Advancing the vision: Are you in their sight?

Effective immediately, support legislative language stating that, by 2020, all new applicants for midwifery licensure must have successfully completed an education process accredited by ACME or MEAC that qualifies them to take the AMCB or NARM national certification exam.  Provisions related to other key elements of licensure will be collaboratively discussed on a state-by-state basis….